Research shows that green homes can deliver meaningful long-term savings through reduced energy costs. Lenders have responded with lower interest green finance offerings to meet evolving expectations.
This 50-minute webinar explores how green lending is reshaping client expectations and why advisers play an increasingly important role in helping clients navigate changing lending criteria, product structures, and financing opportunities.
The session will examine how advisers can position green lending as both a financial and lifestyle strategy, supporting affordability, efficiency, and long-term value for clients.
Learning outcomes
By attending this webinar, you will gain:
- An understanding of the key drivers behind green lending in New Zealand and how borrower priorities are shifting towards healthier, more energy-efficient homes with lower ongoing costs
- Insight into how green lending products can support stronger client outcomes through reduced interest costs, improved cashflow management, and long-term household savings
- Greater awareness of the challenges advisers face when navigating differing lender criteria, repayment structures, eligibility requirements, and application processes
- Practical ideas for integrating green lending into broader mortgage and debt strategies to support affordability and future-focused financial planning
Tania Ropati - Third Party Business Development Manager, Westpac NZ
Tania is a highly regarded financial professional with over 34 years’ experience in the New?Zealand market. An expert in residential lending, policy, and process, she has extensive experience in training and coaching advisers across a wide range of borrowers.
A multiple award winner, Tania is particularly recognised for her expertise in low deposit and high LVR lending proposals, bringing practical insight and real world solutions to complex lending scenarios.
Brad Luiten - Mortgage Adviser, Squirrel | Lending Committee Member, Financial Advice New Zealand
Brad Luiten is a Mortgage Adviser at Squirrel Mortgages, recognised as one of New Zealand’s Top Mortgage Advisers 2025 by NZ Adviser.
After beginning his career in banking, Brad transitioned into mortgage advice, bringing with him strong industry knowledge and a practical understanding of how lenders operate. He specialises in supporting first home buyers, property investors, and business owners, with a particular focus on structuring loans to be paid off as efficiently as possible.
Brad holds the New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services and is known for his clear, client-first approach. As a salaried adviser, he is paid the same regardless of lender choice, ensuring advice is unbiased and focused solely on achieving the best outcomes for clients.
Zebunisso Alimova - Franchise Owner, Mike Pero | Chair, Women in Financial Advice, Financial Advice New Zealand
Zebunisso came to New Zealand in 2003, with $50 in her pocket to study in a high school without being able to speak English. By 2023 she was an owner of several successful businesses, held a property portfolio with over 10 properties and a mother to four children.
She is now the owner of a Mike Pero franchise, an experienced lending and insurance specialist and is an active property investor. Her business was recognised among the top 60 businesses in New Zealand in 2022 and she was also celebrated as one of the top 20 women in finance in the same year.
Zebunisso became the first female to win the overall Mike Pero Franchise Award in the company’s 30-year history and continues to rank in the top three.
She is the Chair of Women in Financial Advice, a new Community of Practice initiative with Financial Advice New Zealand and a member of the Lending Member Advisory Committee.
CPD: 1 hours
Member: Complimentary | Non-member: $50 (+GST)
A separate Zoom Registration Link will be emailed to registrants